Queen Elizabeth II visits Bermuda

The transcript describes Queen Elizabeth II's visit to Bermuda, the oldest British colony, as part of a six-month world tour. The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh were warmly received by Bermuda's governor and the public. The visit highlighted Bermuda's significance and the Queen's role in uniting the British Commonwealth. The tour included a horse-drawn landau ride and a visit to the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, emphasizing the contrast between Bermuda's warm climate and London's chill.

What is the historical significance of Bermuda in relation to Great Britain?

• It is an independent nation.

• It is a former French colony.

• It is Great Britain's oldest colony.

• It is the newest colony of Great Britain.

Who greeted Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh upon their arrival in Bermuda?

• The Mayor of Hamilton

• The President of the United States

• Bermuda's governor, Lieutenant General Sir Alexander Hood

• The Prime Minister of Bermuda

How did the weather in Bermuda compare to that in London during the royal visit?

• It was raining in both places.

• Both places had similar weather.

• Bermuda was colder than London.

• Bermuda was warmer than London.

What mode of transportation did the royal couple use during their tour of Bermuda?

• A yacht

• A horse-drawn landau

• A bicycle

• A motorcade

What is the significance of Queen Elizabeth II's world tour in the context of the new Elizabethan age?

• It was a trade mission.

• It was a vacation trip.

• It symbolized unity within the British Commonwealth.

• It was a diplomatic mission to the United States.